steady

IPA: stˈɛdi

noun

  • A rest or support, as for the hand, a tool, or a piece of work.
  • (informal) A regular boyfriend or girlfriend.
  • (informal) A prostitute's regular customer.

verb

  • (transitive, sometimes figurative) To stabilize; to prevent from shaking.
  • (intransitive) To become stable.

adjective

  • Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.
  • Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute.
  • Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions.
  • Regular and even.
  • Slow.

adverb

  • (rowing, informal) To row with pressure at a low stroke-rating, often 18 strokes per minute.
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Examples of "steady" in Sentences

  • His props are steady and firm.
  • In Netherlands, the Germans made steady process.
  • Firstly they are taken at a steady, unhurried pace.
  • Bushmaster was grateful for the unity and the steady employment.
  • The history of the industry is the history of steady mechanization.
  • The steady grip was designed for improve steadiness while taking a shot.

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